Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ultimate-strength
noun
[ˈʌltɪmət strɛŋkθ]
Definition
The maximum load or force that a material or structure can withstand before failure or breaking occurs.
Examples
- The ultimate strength of steel is much higher than that of many plastics.
- Engineers must consider the ultimate strength of materials when designing bridges.
- The ultimate strength test revealed that the concrete could support more weight than expected.
Meaning
Ultimate strength refers to the highest stress a material can endure without breaking, indicating its failure point under tension or compression.
Synonyms
- failure strength
- tensile strength
- breaking strength
